5G NEW RADIO ENGINEERING

Virtual Classroom

Course Overview

Network operators around the world are busy deploying 5G technology, which will undoubtedly have a huge impact on all aspects of our lives.

This course provides a thorough overview of the new 5G technology, looking at both the 5G Core Network and 5G New Radio interface. The various network configurations, protocols and procedures of both SA & NSA options are described and explained, along with a description of network security, voice operations and roaming scenarios.

Why choose this course?

Programme format

This programme has been designed to run over 4 sessions, delivered live using a virtual classroom four3 hour sessions. There is ample opportunity for interactive questions and discussion.

Who is it for?

The course is designed for operators, vendors, developers &regulatorswishing to have a better understanding of the 5G network environment. Engineers as well as staff involved in the architecture, optimisation, management, monitoring or testing of the 5G network would benefit from attending this training programme.

Programme timetable

Four live online modules delivered by a subject matter expert.

Each training day lasts 3 hours, often organised as follows:

09:00 –10:00 Session 1

10:00 –10:15 Break

10:15 –11:15 Session 2

11:15 –11:30 Break

11:30 –12:30 Session 3

Learning outcomes

Benefits for Professionals

At the end of the programme delegates will:

Describe the current and potential uses cases for the 5G network
Explain the different deployment options for the radio access network and core networks
Outline the spectrum that will be used for 5G.
Recognisethe deployment configuration options for 5G base stations
Understandthe role of MIMO and beamformingin the 5G core network
Explain the various protocols used within the 5G network
Outline the various identities and areas used within 5G
Explain the main procedures used within 5G•Outline the security threats and responses in 5G networks
Understand the role of the IMS in 5G voice

Benefits For Your Organisation

Improved knowledge of the 5G networkenvironment
Assess the impact of 5G radio deployments within 5G infrastructure
Understand implications for products using 5G bearers
Assess the requirements of new innovations using the 5G network
Understand security threats and mitigtion strategies in 5G networks
Improved knowledge of the actions and decisions made by the handset in 5G

Detailed Programme Agenda

Module 1

Standardization of 5G
3GPP Releases and Road map
5G Use Cases-eMBB, MMTC, URLLC
5G Network Design Overview
Network Slicing
5G Deployment Options - SA Vs NSA
Dual Connectivity in 5G Networks
Small Cells with Dual Connectivity
Frequency Spectrum in 5G Network

Module 2

Modulation in 5G
QPSK - 256QAM, performance in the presence of noise.
5G Antennas
MIMO AND Beam-forming in 5G
mmWave in 5G
RAN Architecture Options, gNB, NG-eNB
RRH, DU & CU Structure
5G Cloud Radio Access Network (CRAN)
5G Core Network Architecture

Module 3

5G Protocol Stacks
Non-Access Stratum and Access Stratum
RAN Signalling Protocols
RAN User Plane Protocols
5G UE Identifiers-PEI, SUPI, SUCI, 5G-S-TMSI, 5G-GUTI
Tracking and Paging Areas in 5G
5G Network Identifiers
PDU Sessions and QoS Flows

Module 4

5G Network Procedures
PLMN Selection
Cell Selection / Reselection
RACH and RRC
UE Power-On and Registration
UE Idle and Connected Modes
PDU Session Establishment
UE Paging Procedure
Tracking Area Update procedure
Handover in 5G
Security in 5G Networks
Voice over 5G

Course Trainer

Paul Kilby
Course Director

Paul is responsible for the development and delivery of a wide variety of technical and management training programmes.

Paul has a special interest in the radio air interface, forensic site survey and the forensic use of CDR records. He has worked extensively for mobile telecoms operators, law enforcement and government agencies around the world. Paul has specialized in the security aspects of mobile network technology, including air interface encryption and integrity protection along with system interface protection methods.

As a consultant, he has worked performing threat and security assessment, fraud and revenue assurance work. He has also worked extensively as an expert witness for various law enforcement and security agencies within the UK and United States.

Paul has worked all around the world as a telecom consultant since 1999, with a wide range of telecoms companies including network operators, vendors and chip set manufacturers. He has also worked as a project manager within large infrastructure projects.

As well as holding a BEng degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, he studied at Cranfield University on their Executive MBA program which he completed in 2008.Paul now works within Informa Tech where he has access to many of the top industry analysts, research and data. He also enjoys the role of training programme director for many of the world’s largest operators and vendors.